My dear brothers and sisters

This Sunday’s Gospel presents us with a quiet and profound scene: Jesus visits the home of Martha and Mary. Martha is busy with the duties of hospitality, while Mary sits at the Lord’s feet and listens to him.

This passage is not a criticism of service, nor a praise of passivity. Jesus loves both Martha and Mary. But it reminds us that, in the midst of all our activities, we must not forget what is truly essential: listening to the Lord.

We live in a world that rewards productivity, constant busyness, and visible results. But the Gospel invites us to pause, to make silence, and to open our hearts to the Word that gives meaning to all we do.

Martha represents our activity; Mary, our contemplation. Both are necessary. But only one thing is truly essential: to be with Jesus.

Let us ask the Lord for the grace to keep that balance in our lives. In the midst of our tasks and worries, may we always make space to listen to His voice and welcome His presence into our homes and hearts.

Abundant blessings,

Rev. Julio Fernandez